8.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-47208: Command Injection

First published: Fri Dec 16 2022(Updated: )

The “puhttpsniff” service, which runs by default, is susceptible to command injection due to improperly sanitized user input. An unauthenticated attacker on the same network segment as the router can execute arbitrary commands on the device without authentication.

Credit: vulnreport@tenable.com vulnreport@tenable.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Netgear Nighthawk AX1800<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX1800 Firmware
All of
Netgear Nighthawk AX2400<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX2400
All of
Netgear Nighthawk AX3000 Firmware<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX3000
All of
Netgear Nighthawk AX5400<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX5400 Firmware
All of
Netgear Nighthawk AX6000 Firmware<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX6000 Firmware
All of
Netgear Nighthawk AX11000<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming WiFi 6 Router
Netgear Nighthawk AX1800<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX1800 Firmware
Netgear Nighthawk AX2400<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX2400
Netgear Nighthawk AX3000 Firmware<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX3000
Netgear Nighthawk AX5400<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX5400 Firmware
Netgear Nighthawk AX6000 Firmware<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk AX6000 Firmware
Netgear Nighthawk AX11000<1.0.9.90
Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming WiFi 6 Router

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-47208?

    CVE-2022-47208 is considered a high severity vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the vulnerable device.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-47208?

    To fix CVE-2022-47208, update the firmware of your Netgear Nighthawk device to a version higher than 1.0.9.90.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2022-47208?

    CVE-2022-47208 affects the Netgear Nighthawk models with firmware versions up to 1.0.9.90, including AX1800, AX2400, AX3000, AX5400, AX6000, and AX11000.

  • Can CVE-2022-47208 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2022-47208 requires the attacker to be on the same network segment as the router, making remote exploitation unlikely.

  • Is exploit code available for CVE-2022-47208?

    Currently, there is no public exploit code available for CVE-2022-47208, but the vulnerability is serious enough to warrant immediate attention.

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